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From Fundamentals to Expertise: Mastering Rope Rescues with Essential Gear
In the realm of rope rescue operations, proficiency is not just a goal; it’s a necessity that can make the difference between success and uncertainty.

Forging Synergy: A Collaborative Approach for Effective Technical Rescue Operations
Going back 30 some years, I have seen many things come and go… I would say that for every 1 great thing, 3 mediocre things

Striking the Balance: Navigating the Triangle of Education, Equipment Buying, and Training for Effective Operations
There is a “sweet spot” – a triangle – that could represent the optimal balance between education, purchasing, and training in a specific context, such

Why Do Some Fire Department Rescue Team Members Seem Less Enthusiastic About Improving Their Rescue Skills?
I love getting questions from people who genuinely don’t something they need answered to at least to get them on a narrower path for a

Floating Along Is A Nice Way To Go – – The Guiding Line
A guidance system merges a descent mechanism with a tensioned rope to aid in safely lowering a stretcher, whilst ensuring it is kept at a

10 Biggest Problems Rope Rescue Teams Face In The Field
This is the second part of the question… “talking points” for the rope rescue organizations. One of the biggest problems that rope rescue teams often

10 Rope Rescue Equipment Categories Used in Advanced Rope Rescue Rigging Techniques
Earlier this week, I was asked to provide a quick list of talking points for a group of technicians who regularly gather for their own

A climber falling 60′ while checking the route at the edge before roping up – In Critical Condition
This illustration features a climbing outing gone awry with a climber falling 60′ while checking the route at the edge before roping up. The Rescue

7 Ways To Determine and Increase The Lifetime Value of a Team Member and Organization
Hey all I meet regularly with a number of Rigging Lab members and discuss “random acts of service and rigging”. Super fun! A while back

Jiggers Are Compact 4:1 Pulley Systems and are The Rigger’s Future
Generally, these beauties are considered pre-rigged pulley systems used mainly for hauling, but can be very important in lowering heavy loads as well. The advantage